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Bridging the Gap: Accelerating Workplace Equity for Women of Color

Women of Color continue to encounter challenges that hinder their advancement in the workplace despite significant strides toward gender equality and diversity in the workplace. These challenges derive from the intersection of gender and racial biases that can lead to career and income disparities. Addressing these issues requires systemic changes with targeted support for women of color. Persistent Challenges Underrepresentation in Leadership: The underrepresentation of Women of Color in executive positions across different business sectors reflects the systemic barriers that prevent their advancement. Pay Inequity: The gender pay gap is more pronounced for Women of Color, who often earn significantly less than their white male and female counterparts. This disparity reflects broader issues of inequality and discrimination in the workplace. Microaggressions and Bias: Women of color frequently encounter microaggressions and implicit biases that undermine their professional